Apprenticeship events
Essex Apprenticeship Hub aims to help school leavers in Essex land great apprenticeships and start their journey! Attend these virtual events to improve your chances of securing a successful apprenticeship.What is an Apprenticeship?
There is no upper age limit to become an apprentice
Apprenticeships are available for anyone over 16, for certain roles an apprentice may have to be over the age of 18
Apprenticeship last a minimum of 12 months
Depending on the apprenticeship level the duration of an apprenticeship will typically last 1 to 4 years
Apprenticeships range from Level 2 - Level 7
Apprenticeship levels range from the equivalent of a GCSE qualification up to a masters degree qualification level
An apprentice will spend 80% of their paid time on the job
20% of an apprentices time will be spent learning away from their job such as classroom lessons.
Apprentices will earn at least minimum wage
Apprentices are paid the National minimum wage as a minimum but many employers will pay a higher rate than this
Apprentices do not pay for their training
All apprenticeship costs are paid by the employer or government